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Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo

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Santa Rosa, United States of America → San Luis Obispo, United States of America

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Three ways to Travel from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo

Composite routes from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo

Cheapest
Other

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$472.00
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$420.98

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Oakland to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.17–$140.33
Bus from San Francisco to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Website:
goldengate.org/
Train from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to 4th
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.44–$17.86
Train from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to Battery
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.44–$17.86
Bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to Mission
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.38–$16.58

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Francisco to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.24–$89.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo is to subway and bus which costs $22.83 - $92.39 and takes 7h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo?

The fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Rosa and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Santa Rosa Transit Mall and arriving at San Luis Obispo via San Francisco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Rosa and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Santa Rosa Transit Mall and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Embarcadero and Oakland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Santa Rosa and San Luis Obispo is 471 km. The road distance is 454.3 km.

How do I travel from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo without a car is to subway and bus which takes 7h 16m and costs $22.83 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo?

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo bus from?

Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Santa Rosa Transit Mall station.

Where do I catch the Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo train from?

Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Santa Rosa Transit Mall station.

Where does the Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Mission St & Fremont St station.

Where does the Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Battery St & Sacramento St station.

Can I drive from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo is 454 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 249+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo. Prices start at $45.18 per night.
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